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In a move that could reshape the electric vehicle landscape, the Trump administration has relaxed crash reporting rules for self-driving cars, with Tesla poised to gain the most. Announced on April 24, 2025, by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the change exempts partial self-driving vehicles using Level 2 systems—like Tesla’s Autopilot—from reporting certain non-fatal crashes,…
Tesla has significantly reduced the price of its 2024 Model 3 Performance, making the high-performance electric vehicle (EV) available for an adjusted price of $40,490 after discounts and federal tax credits, according to a recent announcement shared on X by automotive enthusiast Sawyer Merritt. This move positions the Model 3 Performance as a compelling option…
At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, Zeekr, a premium electric vehicle brand under Geely, debuted its flagship 9X SUV, a plug-in hybrid that blends cutting-edge technology with authentic Chinese craftsmanship, aiming to rival Rolls-Royce and Maybach. Forbes reported that Zeekr’s bold move into the ultra-luxury segment challenges Western giants with a unique fusion of rapid…
On April 25, 2025, Reuters reported that India’s Tata Technologies (TATE.NS) missed revenue expectations for the fourth quarter, grappling with a sluggish global demand for electric vehicles (EVs). The company, a key player in engineering and technology services for the auto, aero, and heavy machinery sectors, saw its consolidated revenue from operations drop by 1.2%,…
Tesla Inc. is refunding early Model 3 bookings in India, a move that has sparked excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts as it hints at the automaker’s long-awaited entry into the world’s third-largest automobile market. According to a Bloomberg report, the Elon Musk-led company is returning reservation fees to customers who booked as early as…
On April 25, 2025, Tesla unveiled a dedicated X account for its Tesla Semi, spotlighting the electric truck’s growing role in sustainable logistics. A striking image shared by the account, @tesla_semi, showcases three sleek Tesla Semis in a cavernous warehouse, captioned with a bold promise: “Big truck energy.” With 4.8K followers already, the move underscores…
On April 25, 2025, Waymo announced a groundbreaking milestone, providing over 250,000 paid robotaxi trips per week across Los Angeles and Phoenix—a 25% surge from 200,000 just two months prior, as reported by Sawyer Merritt on X. For electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and urban commuters, this leap underscores a transformative shift in transportation, where autonomous…
Tesla ignited excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts in the U.S. with a series of aggressive promotions aimed at making its lineup more accessible than ever. Announced via a detailed post on X by Sawyer Merritt, these incentives—ranging from free Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfers to steep discounts for loyal owners—signal Tesla’s intent to dominate the…
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